'Nature is a great source of inspiration, and nanotechnology is an exciting way to apply its lessons.”
A small robot that could one day help doctors perform surgery was inspired by the incredible grasping ability ofThe new robot, created by engineers at the University of Waterloo, moves on any surface- even up walls and over ceilings- by tapping into the
Dubbed GeiwBot, the robot was created from a smart material that can be molecularly changed to resemble how geckos stick and unstick their powerful grippers on their feet. Zhao and his team built GeiwBot utilizing synthetic adhesive pads and liquid crystal elastomers. Essentially, a light-responsive polymer strip simulates an inchworm-like arching and stretching action. On the other hand, gecko-inspired"Even though there are still limitations to overcome, this development represents a significant milestone for utilizing biomimicry and smart materials for"Nature is a great source of inspiration, and nanotechnology is an exciting way to apply its lessons.
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